Chaplaincy Leader

Mr. Sholi Kayijuka

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Land Acknowledgement

Today, as we mark Pink Shirt Day and stand against bullying, we pause in gratitude, remembering that St. Peter High School rests on the unceded land of the Anishinaabe Algonquin People, who have cared for this land since time immemorial.

Guided by Indigenous voices, Elders, community partners, and the Truth and Reconciliation Commissions Calls to Action, we commit ourselves to a path of learning, respect, and right relationship.

Standing firm like an eagle on the heights, may we choose reconciliation over division, bravery over silence, and love over exclusion — today and always.

Prayer

Father, God of love,

We thank You for this evening and for every family gathered here.�Thank You for the beautiful diversity among us that enriches our community, builds bridges across generations, and helps our students grow in wisdom and grace.

Send Your Holy Spirit to guide our minds and hearts tonight.�As we share our plans for the school year, lead us with Your wisdom and sustain us with Your grace, so that all we do may serve our students well.

May Your peace live in our families, in our school community, in our country, and throughout the world. We ask this through Christ our Lord.�

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Administration

Principal - Mrs. Dana Power

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Administration- Vice Principals

Mr. Primeau

(A - Di)

Ms. Howe

(Dj - K)

Mrs.Armstrong

(L - Ph)

Ms. Slinger

(Pi - Z)

Student Services

Student Services

Department Heads

Department Heads

Agenda

1. Introduction to St Peter Staff
2. Graduation Requirements
3. Pathways and Course Selection
4. High School Program Opportunities
5. General Info

Ontario Graduation Requirements

To earn an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), students must �complete 3 required components.

• 30 course credits : Grade 9 and 10 : cohort 17 Compulsory + 13 Electives
• Literacy requirement - Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test (OSSLT) taken in grade 10.
• 40 hours of community involvement (Students can start accumulating their hours in the summer before they begin grade 9.)

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Community Service Hours

Minister’s Certificate of Recognition for Community Involvement

Understanding a course code

Courses follow a 6-character course code set by the Ministry of Education

Learning Pathways

Many paths to post-secondary destinations

Choosing one type of course in grades 11 and 12 does not necessarily close the door to other destinations.

High School Course Requirements

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Immersion courses* 10 courses required

Grade 9 Pathways

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*New Graduation Requirement *

Grade 10 Tech Credit and Grade 11 STEM Credit

• All students, beginning with those entering grade 9 in September 2024, will be required to complete at least one Technological Education credit as part of their Compulsory Credit package.
• St Peter students will choose Art elective in grade 9, and a Technology elective in grade 10
• This cohort must also take a 1 compulsory STEM credit in grade 11 or 12

( math, science, business, co-op, computer studies, technology)

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Grade 9 and 10 Electives

General considerations

• Students usually take 8 courses per year.
• Grade 9 courses are coded as Locally Developed (L), Open (O), Academic (D) or De-streamed (W)
• Grade 10 courses are coded as Locally Developed (L), Open (O), Applied (P), or Academic (D)
• Grade 11 and 12 courses are destination-based, Apprenticeship/Workplace (E), College (C), University (U)
• Some Grade 11 and 12 courses are Open (O) courses and some are Mixed (College/University) (M)

Course selection on myBlueprint.ca/ocsb

• Students access myBlueprint via the OCSB student portal
• Students select courses by completing their grade level High School Plan on myBlueprint (Select, Review, Submit,Send parent approval email)
• Electronic parent approval of course selection is due on Friday, March 6th
• How to Select Courses on myBlueprint
• Grade 8 Presentation
• Grade 9 Presentation
• Grade 10 Presentation
• Grade 11 Presentation

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Reminders when selecting courses using myBlueprint

• Ensure all prerequisites are met before submitting a course (please consult the course selection guide.)
• Consult with previous teachers/parents/counsellors to choose appropriate pathway for each course.
• Ensure that at least one alternate course is entered.
• Once course selections are submitted, changes can only be made by speaking to your guidance counsellor
• Course Chnges are very difficult and never guaranteed ( especially Elearn)
• St Peter HS Courses

E-Learning

• Students must complete two e-learning courses before graduation.
• e-learning courses are indicated in myBlueprint along with regular in-person courses.
• A selection of 70 grade 11 and 12 e-learning courses are available
• Gives a wider course selection and greater flexibility in scheduling.
• Uses the D2L/Brightspace platform - not Google Meets, asynchronous
• e-Learning allows students to learn at the time that is best for them
• Opt out: second semester of grade 12 when appropriate

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E-Learning continued

Selecting E-learning Courses in myBlueprint

St. Peter e-Learn Guidelines and Recommendations

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• All elearn students may work at school in the Learning Commons or Atrium, or they may work from home during their e-learning period
• Recommended that students take no more than two elearn courses per year.
• Key contact for elearn classes is the elearn teacher.
• Any course changes from in-person to elearn, or vice versa, during the school year is very difficult to accommodate and is based on availability.
• Parents are encouraged to monitor their child’s progress throughout the semester
• Opt out: second semester of grade 12 when appropriate

Graduation Certificates

• Immersion - 10 courses in French, including 4 French classes (FIF1D, FIF2D, FIF3U, FIF4U)

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• French - 4 French classes

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• Business - 5 Business courses

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• Technology - 5 Technology courses

French as a Second Language (FSL) �certificate requirements

French Immersion Pathway

• 5 of 8 subjects in French during Grades 7 & 8

Grades 9-12:

• 10 courses in French
• 4 French Immersion language courses
• 6 additional French Immersion courses (options include Geography, History, Careers/Civics, Religion and Co-op)

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Core French Pathway

• 1 of 8 subjects in French during Grades 7 & 8

Grades 9-12:

• 4 French Language courses
• Academic/Open in Grade 9
• Academic or Applied in Grade 10
• University or Open in Grades 11 & 12

Summer School: July 2- July 23, 2026

• OCSB Summer School Courses
• Reach ahead and Credit Recovery options
• In person (St Matthew CHS) and elearn options
• Elearn courses are Asynchronous; this means that the student’s course work is teacher-led, however, there are no formal “real-time” lessons delivered by the teacher. These course count towards the elearn graduation requirement,
• Organized so students may access the course content at any time during the day.
• Instructed by a certified Ontario educator who provides, ongoing feedback, assessment, evaluation, and reporting, including implementing any accommodations and/or modifications identified in the student’s Individual Education Plan.

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SHSM Programs at St. Peter

Arts & Culture

Construction

Sports

These require students to take a bundle of 8 or 10 courses throughout grades 11 and 12, along with several valuable industry certifications, and a co-op placement.

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Co-op and Experiential Learning

• Cooperative education is a planned learning experience for grade 11 and 12 students in partnership with community employers.
• Students complete the requirements of the course through a combination of in-class learning at school and hands-on learning in a workplace setting.
• Beneficial to students on any pathway (University, College, Apprenticeship, Workplace)
• Half-day (2 credit) and full-day (4 credit) options
• OYAP ( Apprenticeship)

Apprenticeship Pathway (OYAP)

OYAP (Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program) is a high school program that allows students to try a variety of apprenticeship-based careers in the skilled trades, starting in Grade 11 or Grade 12 through the Cooperative Education program.

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Hours earned through their work placement count toward their total required apprenticeship training hours.

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Who is eligible?

• Students who have successfully completed 14 credits
• 15 years of age*
• Enrolled full time in high school

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*Some trades (e.g. construction) require students to be 16 years of age for safety reasons

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Foundations for Student Success

• Attendance
• Wellness & Balance
• Healthy school–life balance
• Sleep
• Exercise and nutrition
• Limit screen time
• “Active’ participants in their own education
• Daily Announcements

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BYOD at St. Peter H.S.

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Questions?

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